2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Naked | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |
